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Our top choices for Philosopher's Path hotels

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
"Excellent stay in Kyoto"
The price is AU$492
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei

Rinn Niomon

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Great stay. Would definitely stay again in Kyoto. Location was excellent for walking "
The price is AU$193
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Rinn Niomon

Shikikaboku

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Great ryokan Great breakfast"
The price is AU$518
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Shikikaboku

Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Amazing! "
The price is AU$96
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"House and location are perfect. "
The price is AU$1,633
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Machiya AOI KYOTO STAY AOI Suites at Nanzenji

Ryokan KANADE

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (235)
"We loved this stay. The property was very nice and they had a beautiful garden. I loved the amenities that they provided. I would go back for their private bath and breakfast!"
The price is AU$175
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ryokan KANADE

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65)
"Myself and my girlfriend stayed here for 2 nights we had the private residence. Beautiful place, fell in love with it but the moment we stepped foot init "
The price is AU$1,770
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Ryokan Yoshida-sanso

Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Everything was great!"
The price is AU$935
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Nanzenji sando KIKUSUI

Kamo Residences by Reflections

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"The room was huge, brand new and beautiful with incredible amenities, but the service sets apart the Kamo from other hotels. The staff repeatedly went beyond expectations."
The price is AU$1,158
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kamo Residences by Reflections

HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"We are a family of four, three adults and one older teen. We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Fantastic amenities in the rooms and the location was amazing. Highly recommend for your trip to Kyoto "
The price is AU$220
26 Aug - 27 Aug
HOTEL MASTAY jingumichi

Giappo Franca Kyoto

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Excellent stay"
The price is AU$102
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Giappo Franca Kyoto

GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (133)
"This was a charming little place very close to the river, restaurants and shopping and just a short walk to the subway. Check-in was easy, staff was nice and the rooms were well-designed, cozy and clean. The price was very reasonable and we would definitely return. "
GOZAN HOTEL & SERVICED APARTMENT Higashiyama Sanjo

a-un

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great! "
a-un

Hotel ALZA KYOTO

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (424)
"we really loved our stay there, thank you!!"
Hotel ALZA KYOTO

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"Excellent hotel, facilites very nice, clean & modern.10 of 10."
The price is AU$295
24 Aug - 25 Aug
THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO TOKYU, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Minn Gion Kamogawa

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"nice cute hotel. Ideal for family"
The price is AU$82
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Minn Gion Kamogawa

Miru Kyoto Gion

2.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"Wonderful staff and relaxed atmosphere. "
The price is AU$226
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Miru Kyoto Gion

Yuzuya Ryokan

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"My niece and I stayed here for one night to experience a traditional Japanese hotel. The staff were very attentive and accommodating. The room was very comfortable. The ryokan is within walking distance of many sights. I would highly recommend staying here! "
The price is AU$749
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Yuzuya Ryokan

Kiraku Kyoto Higashiyama

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Very nice room and convenient."
Kiraku Kyoto Higashiyama

Guest House Aoi Nakamoto

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"This is a very nice and clean accommodation! I stayed just one person for 3 nights. Owner is friendly, helpful, and kind! Close to major bus routes. Shower and bathroom were clean and easily accessible. Great guest house, i enjoyed my stay!"
Guest House Aoi Nakamoto
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Stay close to other popular attractions

Eikan-do Temple
Eikando Temple which includes forests, religious elements and heritage architecture

Eikan-do Temple


Explore this hillside temple which features a statue with an unusual history, connected wooden walkways, a bathhouse and a steam house.

Nanzen-ji Temple
Nanzenji Temple which includes religious elements, a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Nanzen-ji Temple

Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.

Ginkaku-ji Temple
Ginkaku-ji Temple

Ginkaku-ji Temple

You can find out about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Ginkaku-ji Temple. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philosopher's Path?

Philosopher's Path is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 86 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Philosopher's Path?

Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Philosopher's Path. Other good options within a short distance include The Westin Miyako Kyoto and Ryokan Yoshida-sanso.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Philosopher's Path?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Philosopher's Path.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Philosopher's Path, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Philosopher's Path.

What can I see and do near Philosopher's Path?

You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto and Museum of Kyoto. Sights like Eikan-do Temple, Nanzen-ji Temple and Ginkaku-ji Temple are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Kyoto Kaikan Concert Hall, Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater and Gion Corner.

How can I get to Philosopher's Path?

With so many choices for transport, seeing the area around Philosopher's Path is simple. Local metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're taking a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station and Ichijoji Station are the stations closest to Sakyo Ward.